Black Sesame Carrot Cake

Recipe adapted from Bon Appetit. Photo by Bon Appetit.

Carrots play a crucial role in our Imperfect boxes and end up being the anchor of many meals. They are the perfect snack, dipped in hummus, or addition to a hearty stew, but this recipe lets carrots shine as the dessert stars. Bon Appetit calls this a cake "worth throwing a party for." It's incredibly moist, expertly spiced, and even vegan! We're sold.

Bake cake until a tester inserted into the center comes out clean, 75–85 minutes. Transfer pan to a wire rack and let cake cool completely in pan before turning out.

Recipe Notes and Variations:

Cake can be made 3 days ahead. Store wrapped tightly at room temperature. Vegetable cakes are a great chance to get creative with your spices. Try using a teaspoon of ground cardamom or allspice in your spice blend. If you want a more interesting texture, try adding some chopped hazlenuts or almonds to your cake batter!